Vehicle recall 19V600000 · August 14, 2019
2020 BMW M340i
Due to improper welding, the rear center headrest may fold in the event of a rear impact crash.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2020 M340i and one M340i xDrive vehicle. Due to improper welding, the rear center headrest may fold in the event of a rear impact crash.
- Consequence
- If the headrest folds down in a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear center headrest, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V600000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 14, 2019
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- August 28, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Seats
Vehicles covered
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